How Early Italian Immigrants Used Cheese To Sneak Sausage Into The US
Soppressata is a type of salami made from lean cuts of pork, which can include the shoulder, loin, and ham scraps mixed with lard.
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The Economical Origin Of The Canned Tuna Industry
The economic origins of canned tuna share the ups and downs of modern economics. It's actually thanks to another once popular fish that canned tuna exists.
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Why 'City Chicken' Isn't Made With Actual Chicken
The name, City Chicken, came about due to the economic reality of the time. At one point, the animals were more valuable alive than dead.
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14 Ways To Devour The Hudson Valley
The Hudson Valley is a New York gem, with a plethora of ways to taste everything the region has to offer.
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The Legendary Origins Of Tofu
Tofu is a staple for people who enjoy Asian cuisine, but where did it come from? There's a theory that can't be proven, but it's interesting nonetheless.
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Olive Oil's Many Uses Throughout History
Olive oil has long been used to enhance the pleasures of food. The signs of olive oil in cooking can be found as far back as the fifth century BCE.
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How Italian Wine Differs By Geographical Region
Wine has been produced in every region of Italy for hundreds if not thousands of years, and each region has its signature Italian grape varietals and style.
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Grapefruit Was Once Called The 'Forbidden Fruit'
The first European to record a description of the grapefruit, naturalist Griffith Hughes bestowed upon it the sinister name 'forbidden fruit.' But why?
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The Complicated History Of The Pavlova
The complicated history of the pavlova may be even more complex than originally thought. The pavlova can trace its sweet origins to several places.
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Why A Japanese Town Is Overflowing With Antique Vending Machines
If, out of sheer desperation, you visited a vending machine recently, you were probably left disappointed. However, that may not be true in this Japanese town.
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How The Super Bowl Helped Guacamole Find Its Footing In The US
For decades, guacamole struggled to find a stable footing with the average American consumer. In fact, it was until the 1992 Guacamole Bowl that things changed.
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The Signature Nordstrom Cocktail That Took Over Social Media
Shopping and drinking are not activities usually done at the same time. But, a new bar at Nordstrom is giving shoppers a little extra pep in their step.
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The Risky Old School Method For Canning Fried Chicken
Canning meat safely is a delicate process ... today. The 1920s, however, saw a risky old school method for canning an entire fried chicken.
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The Real Reason Seaweed Is So Sustainable
If you're a fan of eating seaweed products, it might interest you to know that the underwater plant is actually capable of a wide array of potential uses.
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The Bizarre Way People Canned Cucumbers In 1915
According to a book published in 1915, one pickle recipe of the early 20th century called for a rather odd and confusing combination of ingredients.
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Remember When Belgians Were Asked To Eat Twice As Many French Fries?
In 2020, citizens of Belgium were called upon to double their fry intake. Here’s why they were asked to eat more French fries.
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Salteñas: The Savory Bolivian Hand Pies You Should Know About
If you're a fan of crisp, golden brown empanadas, you have to try salteñas -- a Bolivian spin the meat and vegetable dumplings that will have you hooked.
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The Reason Food Changed Forever After The Ice Age
The way humans have collected, hunted, and grown food has changed drastically over the millennia. Here's how human food habits changed after the last ice age
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What Pasta Bowls And Gravy Boats Have To Do With The Economy
Food and the economy are inextricably linked due to supply and demand. However, one economist is taking the connection to a new level, and here's why.
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Pulque: The Ancient Mexican Agave Drink You Should Know About
Tequila and mezcal aren't the only drinks you can make with Agave -- their distant relative, pulque, is seeing a resurgence. Here's what you should know.
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What Makes Altoona-Style Pizza So Unique?
It only takes a glance to see Altoona-style pizza is different from any other pie you've encountered. Here’s why the Pennsylvania pie stands out.
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How Central Has Elevated The Peruvian Culinary Scene
Central Restaurante is a celebrated restaurant in Lima, Peru, which is notable for its biodiverse menu. Here's how it's helped elevate the local culinary scene.
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How Fiddlehead Ferns Got Their Name
What's so special about the fiddlehead fern is that it is edible and delicious. But where does the name come from?
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Grade A And Grade AA Eggs: What's The Difference?
Do you know what it means if your eggs are Grade A or AA? Did they pass a test or something? Here's everything you ned to know about egg grading.
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The Real Reason It's Perfectly Okay To Buy Frozen Tuna
Frozen fish gets a bad rap. People skip fish in the grocery store freezer section, believing fresh must be better. But here's why frozen fish is perfectly fine.
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Most Of The World's Canola Oil Comes From This Country
A bottle of canola oil is likely sitting in your pantry at this very moment, and you've probably used it in all sorts of culinary creations.
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This Country Produces The Most Quinoa
Native to South America, quinoa is a hardy plant that can survive in cooler environments. Which country produces the most?
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